Laphroaig 10YO Cask Strength #016 (Bottled 2022) - 70cl/58.5%

Laphroaig 10 Cask Strength Batch 16 is a bold and robust expression of the classic Laphroaig 10 Year Old, offering whisky enthusiasts a more intense and unfiltered taste experience. This special release is bottled directly from a selection of casks at the strength it was matured in, without the addition of water to reduce alcohol content, typically ranging around 58.5% ABV. This method preserves the full depth and intensity of flavors derived from the maturation process.Hailing from the renowned Laphroaig distillery on the Isle of Islay, Scotland, known for its distinctly peaty and smoky whiskies, this cask strength version intensifies the iconic characteristics of Laphroaig. The Batch 16 is celebrated for its rich, smoky taste coupled with a surprising sweetness and complex layers of spice and saltiness, typical of the maritime environment of its origin.The nose offers a powerful peat smoke infusion with hints of seaweed and a slight mineral quality, while the palate is treated to a burst of peat, vanilla, and a touch of iodine. The finish is long and warming, with lingering notes of salt and spice.Laphroaig 10 Cask Strength Batch 16 is a must-try for those who appreciate robust, peaty whiskies and seek a pure, undiluted Islay experience.